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Webflow vs Zeplin

Webflow logo

Webflow

Design

Build with the power of code — without writing any

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Zeplin logo

Zeplin

Design

Design handoff and developer collaboration

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Webflow does not support user authentication or password management; feature removed January 2026; Zeplin the free plan is limited to 1 project and 100 screens and works only in a personal workspace
  • They diverge on capability: Webflow covers Visual designer, Zeplin covers Design specs.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Webflow and Zeplin actually diverge.

Attributes where Webflow and Zeplin differ
AttributeWebflowZeplin
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, DesktopWeb, Desktop, Mobile
Founded20122014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Design).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Webflow

  • Visual designer
  • CMS
  • E-commerce
  • Interactions & animations
  • Responsive design
  • Custom code
  • SEO tools
  • Form builder

Only in Zeplin

  • Design specs
  • Asset export
  • Code snippets
  • Design tokens
  • Comments
  • Version control
  • Handoff workflow
  • Accessibility checks

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Webflow

  • Marketing websitesnot Zeplin
  • E-commerce storesnot Zeplin
  • Portfoliosnot Zeplin
  • Business websitesnot Zeplin
  • Landing pagesnot Zeplin

Zeplin

  • Handing off design specs from Figma or Sketch to developersnot Webflow
  • Sharing screens, assets and style guides with an engineering teamnot Webflow
  • Reviewing and commenting on design versionsnot Webflow

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Webflow

  • Does not support user authentication or password management; feature removed January 2026
  • Does not automate workflows natively; feature removed June 2025
  • CMS rendering constraints limit scalability: 40 Collection lists per page, 100 items per list, 20,000 items total
  • E-commerce capabilities are limited compared to dedicated platforms
  • Hosting lock-in prevents exporting sites to other platforms; no full server-level access for advanced SEO customizations

Zeplin

  • The free plan is limited to 1 project and 100 screens and works only in a personal workspace
  • Free plan AI reviews are capped at 3 per week
  • Role based permissions require the Advanced plan or higher
  • Single sign on, multi factor authentication, activity logs and invoiced billing are Enterprise only
  • Priority 24 hour support is Enterprise only
  • Basic plan caps screens at 1,000 per project and is priced per project rather than per seat
  • Enterprise pricing is by quote with no published rate

Pricing, plan by plan

Webflow

Free
  • StarterFree
    • 2 projects max
    • 2 pages per site
    • Webflow badge visible
  • Basic$15/month yearly
    • Unlimited pages
    • Remove Webflow badge
    • Basic hosting
  • Premium$25/month yearly
    • 40 CMS Collections
    • 20,000 CMS items
    • Basic e-commerce
  • Team$2500/month annual contract
    • 100 CMS Collections
    • 10 seats
    • Localization

Zeplin

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 project
    • 1 workspace
    • Basic specs
  • Starter$19/month
    • Unlimited projects
    • Multiple workspaces
    • Advanced specs
  • Professional$49/month
    • Everything in Starter
    • Team collaboration
    • Admin controls

Which should you pick?

Choose Webflow if

  • You need visual designer.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Desktop.
  • You also want cms.
Webflow review

Choose Zeplin if

  • You need design specs.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Mobile.
  • You also want asset export.
Zeplin review

Questions people ask

Is Webflow or Zeplin better?
Neither clearly leads. Webflow starts at Free and Zeplin at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Webflow or Zeplin?
Webflow starts at Free and Zeplin at Free.
Does Webflow or Zeplin run on more platforms?
Webflow runs on Web, Desktop. Zeplin runs on Web, Desktop, Mobile.
Can I use Webflow for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Webflow best used for?
Webflow is most often used for marketing websites, e-commerce stores, portfolios, business websites. Of those, marketing websites and e-commerce stores are not what Zeplin is typically brought in for.
What can Webflow do that Zeplin cannot?
Webflow covers Visual designer, CMS, E-commerce, Interactions & animations. Zeplin covers Design specs, Asset export, Code snippets, Design tokens.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Webflow: Does Webflow have a free plan?

Yes, Webflow's Starter plan is free with the Webflow badge visible on sites. It allows up to 2 projects with 2 pages per site, hosted on webflow.io subdomain. Full functionality requires upgrading to paid Site plans.

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Zeplin: How much does Zeplin Advanced cost?

Advanced costs $12 per seat per month when paid annually, with annual subscriptions offering 2 months off versus monthly rates.

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Webflow: What are Webflow's current paid plans and pricing?

Webflow's Site plans start at $15/month (Basic), $25/month (Premium), or custom for Enterprise when billed annually. As of May 2026, Webflow merged CMS and Business plans into Premium at $25/month yearly, including 40 CMS Collections and 20,000 CMS items.

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Zeplin: What's the difference between Free and Basic plans?

Free covers 1 project with 100 screens and 30-day version history. Basic offers 1-12 projects with practically unlimited screens per project and 1-year version history.

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Webflow: Does Webflow support user authentication?

No, Webflow removed native user authentication and password management in January 2026. For projects requiring login systems or user management, Webflow is not suitable.

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Zeplin: Can I add unlimited team members?

Yes, Free and Basic plans allow unlimited team members. Advanced/Enterprise assign roles with Reviewers being free and unlimited.

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Webflow: How does Webflow integrate with other tools?

Webflow integrates with Zapier supporting 5 triggers, 7 actions, and 2 searches without code. It also supports webhooks for real-time events like CMS item creation and form submissions through Zapier's Webhook connector.

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Zeplin: What can Reviewers do?

Reviewers can view designs and documentation and approve requests, but lack access to developer specs.

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